Cricket World CupSledging: 'Maybe there was something'Michael Clarke says none of his players overstepped the mark, but admits "you cop as good as you give".29 Mar 06:43 PM
Cricket World CupThree questions: The key moment?Dylan Cleaver, Andrew Alderson and David Leggat answer three key questions following New Zealand's seven wicket loss to Australia in last night's World Cup final.29 Mar 05:12 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverDylan Cleaver: One over and Starc sets tone for Black Caps inningsLife can get pretty tough when you're a talisman and you're having one of those days when you just can't "talis".29 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Final first time all top three struggleThe World Cup final was the first time at least one of New Zealand's top three batsmen had failed to get past 38 at the tournament.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCricket World Cup: Road to the finalFrom pool play to semifinal, the Black Caps’ bowling attack and inspired batting led to the heart-in-mouth win over South Africa.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupElliott had final word against doubtersGrant Elliott could scarcely have done more to put the nay-sayers in their place at the World Cup.29 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJamie MortonJamie Morton: 55 hours and $9700 for great cricket vibesA Kiwi expat who confirmed himself as one of the planet's staunchest Black Caps fans with a 55-hour round-trip from London to Melbourne had no regrets last night about embarking on his monster....29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupEx-cop happy to keep team on a leashIn a former life Black Caps manager Mike Sandle used police dogs to control wrong-doers.29 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupThe 'empire' struck back, and then someAustralia got their revenge for Eden Park loss, steamrolling a Black Caps side that was unable to truly compete.29 Mar 10:56 AM
New ZealandTense times for NZ fansA tense atmosphere has settled over the fanzone in central Auckland as early wickets fell for the Black Caps in the Cricket World Cup final today.29 Mar 07:41 AM
Cricket World CupLast World Cup ODI won't be emotionalHaving confirmed his retirement from one-day cricket, Australian skipper Michael Clarke then poo-poohed any notion that it would add extra resonance to today's occasion for his team.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionBrendon McCullum: 'Make no mistake, we're playing for you'Brendon McCullum writes: Our team has received incredible support and it’s this sense of belonging that we take into the final today. Our motivation is to play for you.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverDylan Cleaver: G mate, our cups are over-flowingKia Ora - just to avoid confusion, that's a common greeting on this side of the Tasman.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Black CapsJust don't call it a victory parade ...The Auckland Council is planning a World Cup homecoming for the Black Caps - just don't call it a victory parade.28 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWish granted for lucky coupleAucklander Paddy Singe and his wife, Anne, will be among the 100,000-strong crowd at the MCG for today's Cup final - a last-minute present for the couple's 34th wedding anniversary.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Excited Black Caps fans surge backThis New Zealand cricket team is our GOAT, the Greatest Of All Time.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJeremy Wells: It's only the thrill of bat meeting ball - opposites attractI fell in love with cricket when I was 6. Weirdly, I remember the exact place it happened - Melbourne, February 13, 1983.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupBlack Caps to win more trophy matchesMore regular Chappel-Hadlee Trophy cricket against Australia is in the pipeline.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupBlack Caps: 'We're not afraid to lose'Among the pile of questions thrown at Brendon McCullum yesterday, was whether he'd rein his style in given the size of the occasion at the Melbourne Cricket Ground today.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJack Tame: I'll still be a super proud Kiwi whether the Black Caps win or loseGrandma was on the floor with that smiling-but-slightly-bewildered expression. And still wearing the Santa hat.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionRichard Hinds: Welcome to our friendly ground for the Big BoysDearest Kiwi neighbours - sincere congratulations on the wonderful success of your all-conquering cricket team.28 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: When will I be a Kiwi?Heather du Plessis-Allan wonders: At what abstract point do we decide an immigrant has earned the right to call him or herself a New Zealander?28 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupA brilliant leader in his fieldA quick google of the words 'Brendon McCullum' yesterday unveiled a gem.28 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore public transport services for cricket fansIncreased public transport services are planned to cater for cricket fans heading to the Takutai Square fanzone in downtown Auckland tomorrow.28 Mar 04:55 AM
Cricket World CupMcCullum: Australia the perfect opponentNew Zealand have the World Cup final opponent they wanted in co-hosts Australia, according to skipper Brendon McCullum.28 Mar 02:24 AM
Cricket World Cup'The two sons I never had'Ailing cricket legend Martin Crowe has set a heart-wrenching scene for the Cricket World Cup final, revealing it may be the “last” match he watches.27 Mar 10:09 PM
New ZealandCricket 'Super Fans' armor upThe Beige Brigade are today making emergency deliveries of Black Cap gear to under-dressed Kiwi supporters in Melbourne ahead of the World Cup final.27 Mar 07:15 PM
Cricket World CupSeven keys to the World Cup finalHere are seven key issues that are likely to play a role in the outcome of the Cricket World Cup final.27 Mar 06:44 PM
New ZealandBlack Caps' WAGS ready to rollFor a certain tight-knit club of fans, the call to back the Black Caps won't be just a patriotic duty - it will be a domestic one too.27 Mar 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupCWC: It's the Final CountdownDavid Leggat rates each of the Black Caps' performances in the tournament so far as they head into the World Cup final.27 Mar 04:00 PM
